TRANSFER ARTICULATION PROGRAM. Nashua Community College and Rivier University. A.S. IN NURSING to RN-B.S. Online Program in Nursing

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1 A.S. IN NURSING to RN-B.S. Online Program in Nursing Programs Accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. Beginning with the academic year, the Division of Nursing at Rivier University agrees to accept into its Baccalaureate Online Program in Nursing registered nurses who have graduated from Nashua Community College Associate Degree Program in Nursing with a minimum gradepoint average of 2.5 (C+) and who satisfactorily complete the following requirements for admission: Submit application for transfer to the Admissions Office at Rivier University; Accompany application for transfer admission with a $25 non-refundable fee, for applicants who apply online the fee is waived. Indicate Transfer Articulation Program (TAP) on transfer application; Apply for Financial Aid through Rivier University s Financial Aid office, if eligible; Submit a complete official transcript from [College Name]; Submit evidence of licensure (required of all new associate degree graduates before beginning RN-B.S. Online Program in Nursing courses). A written notification of transfer admission will be mailed to each applicant by the Admissions Office. Nashua Community College graduates transferring to Rivier University through this articulation agreement may complete their remaining requirements for the baccalaureate degree in two years full-time, or four to six years part-time study in a flexible online environment. This agreement, effective the academic year will be ongoing. This agreement is subject to catalog and/or program revisions at both institutions; however, should this agreement expire, students who transfer from the Nashua Community College Nursing program within one year of the expiration of this agreement will be accepted under the terms of this agreement. Both Colleges agree to the right to use each other s names in print and media advertising to the public for the purpose of marketing the programs described herein.

2 A.S. IN NURSING to RN-B.S. Online Program in Nursing RIVIER UNIVERSITY Associate of Science Degree in Nursing ENG English Composition ENG Literature elective PSY General Psyc hology PSY Lifespan Development SOC Sociology Elective BIO Anatomy & Physiology I BIO Anatomy & Physiology II BIO Medical Microbiology NSG Nursing Fundamentals NSG Care of the Adult I NSG Foundations of Pharmacology NSG Mental Health Nursing NSG Care of the Child NSG Care of the Childbearing Family NSG Care of the Adult II NSG Professional Issues in Nursing 8 cr 9 cr 2 cr 10 cr 1 cr NASHUA COMMUNITY COLLEGE Associate of Science Degree in Nursing NH College: All Associate of Science degree credits for all Nursing Programs accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) and approved by the New Hampshire Board of Nursing will be accepted in their entirety as meeting the Associate of Science Degree in Nursing program offered by Rivier University. MA College: Rivier University Associate of Science Degree in Nursing program is accredited by the ACEN and approved by the New Hampshire Board of Nursing. All Associate of Science degree credits for all Nursing Programs accredited by the ACEN and approved by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing will be accepted in their entirety as meeting the Associate of Science Degree in Nursing program offered by Rivier University.

3 Early Admissions (Dual Admission) Option Nashua Community College Nursing Program And Rivier University The purpose of the Early Admissions Option is to simplify the process allowing nursing students matriculated in the Associate of Science Degree in Nursing Program at Nashua Community College to enroll in the RN-B.S. Online Program in Nursing at River University. The following changes regarding the process of enrollment into Rivier University are in effect: 1. Students interested in matriculating in the RN-B.S. Online Program in Nursing at Rivier University shall complete the Early Admission Application and submit one copy to the community college nursing program office and one copy to the Admissions Office at Rivier University, 420 South Main Street, Nashua, NH Students may submit the Early Admission Application at any time during their education program at Nashua Community College. 3. The Early Admission Application will be submitted to the community college registrar. A final transcript listing courses completed and graduation date will be forwarded to Rivier University. 4. Students who submit an Early Admission Application to the Rivier University nursing office will be contacted by the RN-B.S. academic advisor in order to design an education plan for meeting the baccalaureate degree requirements. 5. Students may enroll in Rivier general education courses before completing the associate degree and before completing the registered nurse licensure process without applying for admission. They may enroll in selected courses at River University with the approval of the Rivier University RN-B.S. academic advisor prior to completing all requirements for the associate degree. However, once 12 credits have been taken at Rivier University, students must complete the admissions process and be matriculated to continue their education at the school. Students must complete a minimum of 30 credits of the RN-B.S. Online Program in Nursing at Rivier University in order to receive their baccalaureate degree in Nursing. 6. Students wishing to matriculate will be responsible for submitting a Rivier University Application and transcripts from all colleges attended, and sending them directly to the Admissions Office at Rivier University. 7. All other premises of the Articulation Agreement between Nashua Community College and Rivier University remain as originally stated.

4 A.S. IN NURSING to Option - RN-B.S. Online Program in Nursing Programs Accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. The purpose of the 3+1 Option is to provide a seamless transition in education for nursing students transferring from Nashua Community College into the RN-B.S. Online Program in Nursing at River University. Students utilizing this option are eligible to transfer a total of 90 undergraduate credits into the RN-B.S. Online Program in Nursing from Nashua Community College. All transfer students must earn a minimum of 30 credits from Rivier University before a bachelor s degree will be conferred. These credits must fulfill course requirements over and above the course requirements listed under the Associate of Science Degree in Nursing. Registered nurses eligible for this agreement are those who have graduated from Nashua Community College Associate Degree Program in Nursing, with a minimum grade-point average of 2.5 (C+), and who satisfactorily complete the following requirements for admission and transfer: Submit application for transfer to the Admissions Office at Rivier University; Accompany application for transfer admission with a $25 non-refundable fee, for applicants who apply online the fee is waived. Indicate Transfer Articulation Program (TAP) on transfer application; Submit a complete official transcript from Nashua Community College; Submit evidence of licensure (required of all new associate degree graduates before beginning RN-B.S. Online Program in Nursing courses). Contact Rivier University s 3+1 Option academic advisor at asktheadvisor@rivier.edu, or (603) for guidance in course selection and to develop an individual plan. This process will ensure proper course selection for a seamless transition into Rivier s RN-B.S. Online Program in Nursing. A written notification of transfer admission will be mailed to each applicant by the Admissions Office. Nashua Community College graduates transferring to Rivier University through this articulation agreement may complete their remaining requirements for the baccalaureate degree in one year full-time, or two to two-and-a-half years part-time study in a flexible online environment. This agreement, effective the academic year will be ongoing. This agreement is subject to catalog and/or program revisions at both institutions; however, should this agreement expire, students who transfer from the Nashua Community College Nursing program within one year of the expiration of this agreement will be accepted under the terms of this agreement.

5 Rivier University RN-B.S. Online Program in Nursing & Nashua Community College EARLY ADMISSION FORM Name: Address: (Street) (City) (State) (Zip) Phone: Date of Admission to College: Anticipated Graduation Date from College : I am formally acknowledging my intent to continue my education in the Rivier University RN-B.S. Online Program in Nursing. I am authorizing to release a final copy of my academic transcript to Rivier University: Student Signature Date Please return the completed form to. Send a copy of the completed form to: Rivier University Nashua Community College Admissions AND Registrar s Office 420 South Main Street Address Nashua, NH City, State Phone: Phone